Coast to Coast, New Zealand

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Combining running, cycling and kayaking, this traverse from the east to west coasts of New Zealand¿s South Island is touted as the planet¿s toughest adventure race. For spectators it offers stunning scenery, with the kayak down the wild Waimarkariri River, rapids and all, regarded as the race highlight, especially where the water funnels into an imposing gorge, with ice-capped peaks looming above.

Combining running, cycling and kayaking, this traverse from the east to west coasts of New Zealand¿s South Island is touted as the planet¿s toughest adventure race. For spectators it offers stunning scenery, with the kayak down the wild Waimarkariri River, rapids and all, regarded as the race highlight, especially where the water funnels into an imposing gorge, with ice-capped peaks looming above.